Thank you Marianne. I appreciate the feedback.
Eileen

I have had the Clover mini-iron and that didn't last long and never heated properly. I kept it in a mug because like Judith I felt it was dangereus to keep in the mini stand.
I now use the travel iron I have because although it has a larger sole I find it works just as well for my intricate ironing. It has a teflon sole and can be used as a steam iron too which is handy.
Marianne

Thank you, Judith. Your comments are very helpful and informative. I am going with the Dritz petite iron and the wood holder!
Eileen

I have tried a couple mini irons.
I had a Hobbico crafters iron, which I really liked . I forgot to turn it off one day and it died. The temperature knob did get hot, but I put one of those little silicone finger protectors on the knob and that worked well. I liked the teflon coated base which prevented fusibles from sticking.
I also tried the Clover mini iron. I didn't care for the little wire base that it is supposed to rest on when hot, but not in use. It seemed unstable to me. I was afraid the iron would accidently fall and land in my lap and burn me. Also, it has no teflon base to keep fusibles and glue from sticking to it.
I also tried the Dritz petite iron. It is digital and has an auto-shut off. It heats more quickly than the Clover mini. It only has 4 temperature settings, but they seem adequate for quilting and fusible applique needs. No teflon base however. I have only tried it a few times though. So far, so good.

I highly recommend the Combo wood mini iron holder with the blue tile. It worked beautifully with my Hobbico craft iron. I use it with the Dritz petite iron now. The weight of the wood base and tile keeps the hot iron secure and in place. I know some folks prop their hot mini iron in a mug to hold it when not in use. I tried that too. I like the heavier, horizontal wood iron holder better. I would be less likely to accidently tip it over.

Judith

Judith

The mini irons looks pretty handy. Any reviews comparing the Dritz petite iron and the Clover mini iron will be helpful.'